Knowledge-transfer process – Bidding for the Games conference

The IOC organises a comprehensive information seminar at the beginning of each bid process. To further assist cities and NOCs considering a potential bid for the Olympic Games, the IOC organised the first “Bidding for the Games” conference in November 2011. This two-day conference included information on how to develop a vision and fix objectives to ensure a successful, long lasting legacy, as well as information on the importance of building partnerships in bidding for and delivering the Games, and the potential benefits that can be gained from bidding itself, irrespective of the outcome. Previous organisers shared their experience on the impact that hosting the Games had had on their city/country, on both the tangible and intangible aspects. The conference ensured that the relevant authorities had the necessary information to make an informed decision.

Benefits of Bidding for the Games

The Olympic Games symbolise a unique venture as they have the power to deliver a significant experience which can considerably change a community, its image and its infrastructure. Through its scope and profile, the Olympic Games provide major opportunities for positive improvement and significant legacy. These opportunities can include environmental, economic and social development, as well as sporting and urban development.

IOC Honorary President Jacques Rogge said : “I call it a social responsibility, to have a sustainable legacy, because we cannot ask to have investment for just two weeks of competition – these investments are there for generations to come.”

2024 Olympic Games

2024 bid process gets underway with new Invitation Phase as IOC begins to implement Olympic Agenda 2020 ReformsThe International Olympic Committee today launched the bid process for the Games of the XXXIII Olympiad in 2024 with an Invitation Phase. It is the first bid process following the adoption four weeks ago of Olympic Agenda 2020, the IOC’s strategic roadmap for the future of the Olympic Movement. There has been strong interest in hosting the 2024 Olympic Games, with the NOCs of Germany, Italy and the United States already indicating their intention to bid.

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Barcelona 1992

Hosting the 1992 Olympic Games “totally transformed” Barcelona, according to the city’s mayor, Xavier Trias. Speaking at the Global Sports Forum in March, Trias revealed how the Games created a long-term sporting legacy for the city, increasing sports participation and leading to more major events being held in Barcelona.

Bid legacies

Bidding for the GamesThe various legacies enjoyed by Olympic host cities such as Barcelona, Vancouver and London are well documented, but the process of bidding to host the Games can also lead to numerous long- and short-term benefits for the cities involved.